How long do planning decisions take near Cilybebyll?

The average planning decision time near Cilybebyll is 93 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Cilybebyll?

The planning approval rate near Cilybebyll is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cilybebyll?

The most common type of planning application near Cilybebyll is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cilybebyll?

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Cilybebyll, Neath Port Talbot Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cilybebyll, Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot · Wales · settlement

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About Cilybebyll

Cilybebyll is a vibrant village and community within Neath Port Talbot County Borough, Wales, encompassing the villages of Alltwen, Fforest Gôch, Gellinudd, and Rhos. Situated just 2 miles east of Pontardawe and approximately 10 miles northeast of Swansea, Cilybebyll had a population of 4,769 according to the 2011 census. Its strategic location and community dynamics make it an important area for planning applications and local developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £222,300 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Neath Port Talbot
Parliamentary constituency: Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
LSOA: Neath Port Talbot 004F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cilybebyll.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cilybebyll.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cilybebyll based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Cilybebyll.

- Plas Farm Lane From Church Road To Plas Farm Rhos Pontardawe Neath Port Talbot SA8 3JQ
1 x Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) to be felled.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Neath | Date: 2025-11-21
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A brief summary of Cilybebyll in Neath Port Talbot

Property prices in Cilybebyll show an average sale price of £222,300, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cilybebyll a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Cilybebyll

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cilybebyll. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cilybebyll may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Cilybebyll take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Cilybebyll were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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